Obituaries
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Knoxville and Knox County, TN
Georgia Elizabeth Farr
Jan 1, 2026
Georgia Elizabeth Farr age 90, of Strawberry Plains passed away Thursday, January 1, 2026. She was a longtime member of Northside Christian Church where she participated in numerous church activities. She retired from the University of Tennessee from the Alumni Affairs office and the Handy Dandy Market at Cherry Street and Cecil. She loved to Square Dance, go camping and...
Billy Ray Lambert
Jan 1, 2026
Billy “Bill” Ray Lambert, 68, of Knoxville, TN passed away January 1, 2026 at his residence. He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Angela Lambert; mother, Louise “Mamaw” Lambert; sister, Helen Gaik (Rich); brother, Jeff Lambert (Katrina); children, Cindy Weaver (Tim), Jason Lambert (Cara), Emily Shelton (Nick) and Shanna Merritt (Matthew); grandchildren, Tiffany, Timmy, Tyler, Silas, Sophia, Cooper,...
Paul Howard Corum
Jan 1, 2026
Paul Howard Corum, 88, of Knoxville, Tennessee, went home to be with his heavenly Father on January 1, 2026. He will be lovingly remembered and dearly missed by his wife, Linda; children: Chris and Natalie (Jeremy Curl); grandchildren: Taylor (Mallory), Kelly (Marion), Jillian (Paul Michael Peeler), and Sage Curl; six much-loved great-grandchildren; sister and dearest friend, Barbara; and many adored...
Jerry Wayne Ashburn
Dec 31, 2025
Jerry Wayne Ashburn, our beloved father, age 77, of Corryton, TN, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Jerry graduated from Powell High School in 1966. He served in the United States Navy from 1967 thru 1971 with the rank of MM2, E-5. He served in Vietnam aboard the USS Macdonough...
Dinzle "Dink" Adams
Dec 31, 2025
Dinzle “Dink” Adams, age 86, passed away on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, in Knoxville, Tennessee. He entered his heavenly home and was reunited with his beloved wife, Carol Adams, whom he faithfully loved and cherished.
Dink was a devoted Christian man whose faith guided his life, his family and his work. He was a man of integrity, warmth and steady leadership,...
Mary Kathrine Darden
Dec 31, 2025
Mary Darden passed away on December 31, 2025. She loved God, her family, and life. She was such a sweet soul. She is preceded in death by son Roger Conatser and parents John and Johnni Conatser. She leaves behind sons Michael Conatser, David Kline, and Jesse Kline, along with 9 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. She will be greatly missed by...
Helen June Cottrell Meschendorf
Dec 31, 2025
Helen June Cottrell Meschendorf age 92, of Knoxville, passed away on Wednesday, December 31, 2025. Born on April 16, 1933, to her late parents, Clarence K. and Ruby (Glenn) Cottrell. June was a member of Beaver Dam Baptist Church. June worked many years at Graham’s Studio, going on to retire from Coopers and Lybrand CPAs.
In addition to her parents, June...
Alfredo "Fred" Barba Alcaraz
Dec 30, 2025
Alfredo (Fred) Barba, age 56, of Knoxville, Tennessee, formerly of Harlingen, Texas, left this world on December 30, 2025, surrounded by the love and comfort of his family. Fred lived life to the fullest, embracing each day with enthusiasm and energy. He was well organized and orderly. Fred had a passion for working out. He enjoyed taking care of his...
Bernice H. Julian
Dec 30, 2025
Bernice “B.J.” Huskey Julian, age 76, of Knoxville, Tennessee, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones on Tuesday, December 30, 2025. Born in Knoxville, B.J. was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend whose kindness and love touched everyone she met.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Alpha Omega Huskey and James Elmer Huskey; brothers, Leonard “Buddy” Huskey...
Mark Wayne Proffitt
Dec 29, 2025
Mark Wayne Proffitt age 62 of Knoxville, passed away Monday, December 29, 2025 at North Knoxville Medical Center. He was of the Baptist faith and a graduate of Karns High School. He was employed by C.E.D., he loved rock and roll music, loved dogs, and an avid University of Tennessee football fan. Survivors; Partner, Claudette Perkins; and her son, Christopher...
Henrietta Pittman
Dec 29, 2025
Henrietta Pittman, a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother went to be with the Lord on Monday, December 29, 2025, at the age of 84.
She devoted her life to her children and grandchildren. She was a dedicated employee retired from Bellsouth after 30+ years of service. She loved attending baseball and football games, gymnastics and cheerleading competitions, family outings to Dollywood,...
Jeanne Ann Byrne-Manring
Dec 29, 2025
Jeanne Ann Byrne-Manring, also lovingly known as Momsy and Gigi, beloved wife and mother, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on December 29, 2025. Born on February 13, 1954, in Virginia, Minnesota, Jeanne lived a life defined by love, kindness, and devotion to her family. She was a steady and caring presence, offering strength and unconditional love to those...
Dr. Miles Wilson Rhyne
Dec 29, 2025
Dr. M.W. Rhyne Jr., of Heiskell, TN, went to be with the Lord on December 29th, 2025, at the age of 77 years old.
Dr. Rhyne graduated from Powell High School in 1966. He attended Southern College of Optometry and enjoyed a distinguished career serving the eye care needs of his fellow East Tennesseans. In his spare time, he was an...
Lorna Maxine Cathey
Dec 28, 2025
Lorna Maxine (Weyland) Cathey, age 77, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 28, 2025, at her home in Knoxville, Tennessee. Lorna was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother whose life was defined by love, faith, kindness and quiet strength. She had a gentle spirit and a generous heart, always placing the needs of others before her own. Her home...
Gary Lee Thomas
Dec 28, 2025
Gary Lee Thomas (HB) age 73, of Knoxville, Tennessee received his eternal peace on the afternoon of Sunday, December 28, 2025. His greatest joy in life was his family.
He was preceded in death by parents, Ralph Thomas and Catherine Frye, as well as several siblings.
He is survived by his wife of fifty-five years, Lindsey; daughter, Tara Atkins (Austin Copeland); grandson,...
Carolyn Maples Lassiter
Dec 28, 2025
Carolyn M. Lassiter, age 76, of Knoxville, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 28, 2025.
Carolyn was born on December 18, 1949. She found her greatest joy in her family and cherished the time she spent traveling and making memories with those she loved most. She especially loved cooking for her family and bringing everyone together around the table.
Carolyn was...
William Eugene Bailey, Jr.
Dec 27, 2025
William Eugene Bailey Jr, also known as Will or Billy, 65 years old, went to his heavenly home to be with the Lord on December 27, 2025 after many medical issues. He is preceded in death by his dad, William (Bill Sr.), sister Kimberly (Bailey) Gilbert, grandparents, Betty and Fred Bailey Sr, Artie and Enoch Hurt, and fur baby Haley.
He...
Tonia Gail Davis
Dec 27, 2025
Tonia Gail Davis, age 53, of Knoxville passed away suddenly on Saturday, December 27, 2025 at University of Tennessee Medical Center. She attended The Church of God. She collected elephants and loved to do crafts. Her family was her main priority. She was a very hard worker.
She was preceded in death by her father, Paul E. Wolfenbarger, and grandmother, Margaret...
Kimberly Denise Coulter
Dec 27, 2025
Kimberly Denise Coulter, age 63, of Knoxville, TN passed away December 27, 2025. Kim was a loving wife, sister, aunt, and friend. She was known for her spunky spirit, kind heart and positive attitude. Preceded in death by mother, Eva Lawson, father, Loyd Lawson, sisters Jan Napier and Mary Hyden, and niece Vickie Cunningham. Survived by husband Ashley Coulter, brother...
James Earl Bailey Jr.
Dec 27, 2025
James Earl Bailey Jr., age 63, of Powell, TN went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, December 27, 2025. Jim was a faithful member and Deacon at Bell's Campground Baptist Church. He was a natural leader and teacher of all things, but most of all, he loved the Lord and loved his family and friends well....
